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Revlon Peach Light PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator

Revlon Peach Light PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator ($12.99 for 1.0 fl. oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-beige with a soft, warm undertone and a fine gold shimmer. bareMinerals The Magic Moment (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery. Becca Rose Gold (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery,...

Revlon Peach Light PhotoReady Skinlights Face Illuminator ($12.99 for 1.0 fl. oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-beige with a soft, warm undertone and a...

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What type of beauty products do you splurge on?

What type of beauty products do you splurge on?

What type of beauty products do you splurge on? Where do you try to save? Share!

Foundation, lip balm, highlighters, lipsticks!

Thanks to Emi for today's question! Do you have a question idea? Submit yours here.

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Sisley Paris Petal (L13) Phyto-Rouge Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick

Sisley Paris Petal (L13) Phyto-Rouge Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick ($55.00 for 0.10 oz.) is a medium, pink-coral with warm undertones and a soft, satin shimmer finish. Bobbi Brown Ballerina Shimmer (12) (P, $25.00) is sheerer, more...

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Round-up: theBalm Eyeshadows

Round-up: theBalm Eyeshadows

If there's anything to be learned from reviewing 44 eyeshadows individually, it is that even a "single" formula can vary! I wish theBalm Eyeshadows performed more consistently and consistently better, as when all the ratings were averaged, the overall rating was a B. I feel...

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10 of the Best Bright Lipsticks for Under $10

10 of the Best Bright Lipsticks for Under $10

Go bold or go home with these ten picks for bold, bright lips--perfect for spring or summer--and all for less than $10! You can view these ten in the Swatch Gallery if desired. What are your top picks for a budget-friendly bright lipstick?

  1. Revlon Flirtatious -- a shimmery, cool-toned red
  2. L'Oreal Pink...

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Guerlain Terracotta Collection for Summer 2014

Guerlain Terracotta Collection for Summer 2014

In 1984, Guerlain revolutionized the way a beautiful bronzed look was achieved. The endless hours in the sun to attain that perfect glow while also causing damage to the skin, could now be traded in for a healthier, much quicker way to “tan.”...

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What type of beauty products do you skimp on?

What type of beauty products do you skimp on?

What type of beauty products do you skimp on? Where do you try to save? Share!

Body cream/lotion, sunscreen (you need a lot of it!), top/base coats, cleanser.

Thanks to Emi for today's question! Do you have a question idea? Submit yours here.

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theBalm #37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44 Eyeshadows

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theBalm #37 Eyeshadow Single
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theBalm #38 Eyeshadow Single
#38
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theBalm #39 Eyeshadow Single
#39
B

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theBalm #40 Eyeshadow Single
#40
C-

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theBalm #41 Eyeshadow Single
#41
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theBalm #42 Eyeshadow Single
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theBalm #43 Eyeshadow Single
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theBalm #44 Eyeshadow Single
#44
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Sisley Paris Mango (3) Phyto-Blush Eclat

Sisley Paris Mango (3) Phyto-Blush Eclat ($85.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a light-medium peach with a satiny, golden sheen. Hourglass Dim Infusion (P, $35.00) is darker. NARS Sex Appeal (P, $29.00) is pinker. MAC Cream Soda (LE, $21.00) is more matte,...

Sisley Paris Mango (3) Phyto-Blush Eclat ($85.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a light-medium peach with a satiny, golden...

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Free for Haul Friday, Volume #227

Free for Haul Friday, Volume #227

Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!

  • Haul: My Bath & Body Works order is supposed to arrive today! Lots of new foaming hand soaps.
  • Weekend plans: If the weather holds up, definitely get outdoors and enjoy it! Hubby and I will have our date night on Saturday!
  • Favorite pair of shoes?:  A pair of black...

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